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{VIDEO} How to Dress Casual but Stylish Over 40

February 18, 2013 | By Deborah Boland | 2 Comments

Wondering how to dress for your relaxed lifestyle without looking like a frump?

Watch this video to learn three ways to dress casual, but classy after 40.

Deborah: You may know it’s time to dump the faded blue jeans and over-sized sweatshirt. But what do you replace them with?

Tip #1: Colored jeans are a fabulous news option.

Red, Cobalt Blue, emerald green and almost every color under the sun makes wearing jeans look modern and hip. Pair skinny, or straight leg jeans with a neutral top to tone things down a touch, pair with flats and you have a comfy, but chic new casual look.

Tip #2: Wear a dress with leggings.

Take a short flowing mini dresses that a 20 year old would wear with bare legs and heels, and transform it into an age appropriate look for you. Many of these short dresses can double as long tops that hit at mid-thigh and look fantastic if you pair them with dark leggings, ballet flats or lowed heeled boots. Give it a go and you will see that once you try this look, you will be hooked.

Tip #3: Get yourself a great little fitted jacket.

You can wear the simplest outfits, but dress it up with a fitted jacket in a bright color and you will pop. The boyfriend jacket with its rolled up sleeves is a relaxed but polished look. A fine colored leather jacket adds a pop of sexiness. Make sure your jacket follows your curves, nipping in at the waist even if it is just a touch. A defined waist looks youthful and stylish after 40.

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{VIDEO} How To Wear Colored Jeans Over 40

February 12, 2013 | By Deborah Boland | 2 Comments

Over 40 and wondering how to wear colored jeans without looking like a teenager?

Watch this video for tips to help make you look fashionable and not foolish.

Deborah: Colored jeans are modern and fun. But, let’s just admit it. A lot of women are afraid to wear them because we fear bright colors will make us look fat.

JoJami: While it’s true that bright red jeans for example are like a stop sign and will draw attention to your lower half. There are ways to balance that.

Tip #1: The style of the jean is more important than the color when it comes to looking slim.

Generous hips and thighs? Don’t wear a tight skinny leg red jean. Try a flared red jean to balance you out. When you have the right fit for your body, any color works.

Tip #2: Wear a neutral color on top.

The best way to tone down bright jeans is to pair them with a neutral colored top or fitted jacket. Orange jeans + a brown or black boyfriend blazer calms things down. Cobalt blue pants with a gray blouse softens the look. A camel shirt with red jeans looks chic rather than clownish.

Tip #3: Don’t over accessorize.

You already have those pants commanding a lot of attention. Don’t overdo it with tons of jewelry, wild shoes and loud accents that scream “look at me, look at me!”. Keep things classic and simple with a burst of color – your cool new colored jeans.

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